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X BOAT RACE TEAM

ADVANCED

Ages 8-16 (Crew) 11-16 (Skipper)

Basic Course Description:
X Boat Race Team is a advanced class which purpose is to set the foundation of racing the traditional X boat. Classes run Monday - Friday 1pm- 4pm  with the exception of days when the team is taking part in a GLSS supported regatta.  Each team (one crew and one skipper) will work together in order to win races. The basis of the class is team communication and advanced racing strategies/ techniques. All members of the race team will also get coaching at Trap, GLSS Dinghy Fest, Xtreme regatta and ILYA Championships. 
Skills Learned:
  • Advanced techniques 
  • Team communication
  • Strategy
  • Mentality
  • Sportsmanship
Requirements:
  •  Provide your own boat (charter availability at request)
  • Coast Guard approved life jacket
  •  LGYC Junior Membership required to compete in club races
  •  Jacket or fleece
  •  Sandals/shoes (must stay on in water—no flip flops)
  •  Towel & dry change of clothes
  •  Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
  • Ages 8-16

Full Summer Course 
June 7 - August 6
Includes Coaching at GLSS Supported Regattas

Current Instructors
Marek Valasek
DIrector
Optimist Race Team 
X Boat Race Team
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More Information

​​This program offers a positive team setting where young sailors can learn and apply advanced racing skills. X-Boat Racing Team members begin their day at 1:00pm with a general meeting and review of previous days efforts. Sailors participate in a chalkboard lesson or land exercise emphasizing a key skill each day. After coaches issue a game plan for the practice or race ahead, sailors are then sent to rig and launch.